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Penetration Testing for Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) offers many security features/services under a shared-responsibility model. Still, there are numerous ways an external attacker can gain access to your cloud environments, thus driving the need for in-depth assessments. This course covers the fundamentals of Penetration Testing within Google Cloud Platform for common GCP vulnerabilities and misconfigurations that can leave your cloud environments exposed.
Course Overview
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Prepare, plan, and conduct penetration testing in accordance with industry-standard methodologies
- Identify general cloud attack vectors as well as recognize weaknesses specific to the Google Cloud Platform
- Use standard tools, techniques, and open-source software for testing Google Cloud Platform resources
- Create and implement a plan for securing the cloud-based on industry best practices
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
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